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Discover the rich agricultural and historical heritage of Pemba Island on a tour of spice farms and the Mkama Ndume fortress.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the scents and flavors of Pemba Island’s spice farms
• Learn about traditional cultivation methods from local farmers
• Visit an essential oil distillery and see how spices are transformed
• Explore the haunting ruins of Mkama Ndume’s 15th-century stone citadel
• Enjoy panoramic views and stories of power, piracy, and resistance

Description

Begin your journey in the fertile villages near Chake Chake, such as Mtambwe or Wawi. Explore lush spice farms where cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, and lemongrass flourish. Guided by local farmers, engage in hands-on experiences: smell, taste, and learn about traditional cultivation methods and the island’s global role in spice production. Many tours include a stop at an essential oil distillery, where spices are transformed into fragrant oils used in cooking and healing. From the sensory warmth of the spice fields, shift to Pujini village, home to the haunting ruins of Mkama Ndume’s fortress—a 15th-century stone citadel built by the infamous ruler known for his harsh reign. Perched on a hill near mangrove creeks, the site offers panoramic views and stories of power, piracy, and resistance before the arrival of the Portuguese.

Includes

Guided tour of spice farms Visit to essential oil distillery Tour of Mkama Ndume's fortress

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